Regency
®
F33-3 Freestanding Gas Stove
15
MAINTENANCE
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS OF
GAS APPLIANCES
It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance.
This is perfectly normal due to the fact that there are various gauges
and types of steel used within your appliance. Listed below are some
examples. All are
normal operating sounds
and should not be con-
sidered as defects in your appliance.
Blower:
Regency
®
gas appliances use high tech blowers to push heated air
farther into the room. It is not unusual for the fan to make a "whirring"
sound when ON. This sound will increase or decrease in volume
depending on the setting of your fan switch.
Burner Tray:
The burner tray is positioned directly under the burner tube(s) and logs
and is made of a different gauge material from the rest of the firebox
and body. Therefore, the varying thicknesses of steel will expand and
contract at slightly different rates which can cause "ticking" and "crack-
ing" sounds. You should also be aware that as there are temperature
changes within the unit these sounds will likely re-occur. Again, this is
normal for steel fireboxes.
Blower Thermodisc:
When this thermally activated switch turns ON it will create a small
"clicking" sound. This is the switch contacts closing and is normal.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot flame is on it can make a very slight "whisper" sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a dull clicking sound may
be audible, this is normal operation of a gas regulator or valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will expand and contract at
different rates resulting in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will
be heard throughout the cycling process.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1)
Always turn off the gas valve before cleaning. For relighting, refer
to lighting instructions. Keep the burner and control compartment
clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year.
When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean brush as the logs are
fragile and easily damaged.
2)
Clean appliance and door with a damp cloth (never when unit is
hot). Never use an abrasive cleaner. The glass should be cleaned
with a gas fireplace glass cleaner (when it starts to cloud up).
3)
The heater is finished in a heat resistant paint and should only be
refinished with heat resistant paint. Regency
®
uses Stove Brite
Paint - Metallic Black #6309.
4)
Make a periodic check of burner for proper position and condition.
Visually check the flame of the burner periodically, making sure
the flames are steady; not lifting or floating. If there is a problem,
call an authorised service person.
5)
The appliance and flueing system must be inspected before use, and
at least annually, by an authorised field service person, to ensure
that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed.
During the annual service call, the burners should be removed
from the burner tray and cleaned. Replace the embers and rock
wool.
6)
Each time the appliance is lit, it may cause condensation and fog
the glass. This condensation is normal and will disappear in a few
minutes as the glass heats up.
7)
Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing con-
trols. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.
Verify proper operation after servicing.
WARNING:
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE
HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURES AND
SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING
IGNITION. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY
SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS
THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION:
ANY SAFETY SCREEN OR GUARD REMOVED FOR
SERVICING AN APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED PRIOR
TO OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. DO NOT SPRAY
AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILE
IN OPERATION.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIAL SHOULD
NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
NEVER OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITHOUT
THE GLASS PROPERLY SECURED IN PLACE.
